Skunks! [book review]

Greenberg, David T. Skunks! Illustrated by Lynn Munsinger. Little, Brown, 2001. ISBN 0-316-32606-2. $15.95. 32 pp. A K-3 PB PT Reviewed by AnnMarie Hamar The poor, misunderstood skunk is the subject of Greenberg’s latest book. He tells his readers that there are many uses for the smelly creatures-they’re perfect for powdering noses or washing windows and make wonderful sprinklers for one’s lawn. There are ninja skunks, sumo skunks, and “skunks with purple Mohawks,” all of whom can be useful. The author’s suggestions for using skunks range from simple and harmless to the absolutely disgusting. Greenberg’s poetry reflects a wicked sense of humor. Munsinger’s illustrations are exaggerated, lively, and funny. Squeamish readers will probably be turned off by Skunks!, but most kids will appreciate the combination of clever and gross poetry and illustrations.

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Greenberg, David T. Skunks! Illustrated by Lynn Munsinger. Little, Brown, 2001. ISBN 0-316-32606-2. $15.95. 32 pp. A K-3 PB PT Reviewed by AnnMarie Hamar The poor, misunderstood skunk is the subject of Greenberg’s latest book. He tells his readers that there are many uses for the smelly creatures-they’re perfect for powdering noses or washing windows and make wonderful sprinklers for one’s lawn. There are ninja skunks, sumo skunks, and “skunks with purple Mohawks,” all of whom can be useful. The author’s suggestions for using skunks range from simple and harmless to the absolutely disgusting. Greenberg’s poetry reflects a wicked sense of humor. Munsinger’s illustrations are exaggerated, lively, and funny. Squeamish readers will probably be turned off by Skunks!, but most kids will appreciate the combination of clever and gross poetry and illustrations.

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